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View from above Place House, looking up estuary. Fowey, Cornwall. Around 1925
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View from above Place House, looking up estuary. Fowey, Cornwall. Around 1925
Glass lantern slide from a lecture, entitled Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots, given by Cornishman and amateur photographer, Major Arthur William Gill, in around 1925. He was well known in Cornwall and elsewhere during the 1920s and 1930s for his presentations of stills and cine film to many groups including The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society and the London Cornish Society. The quarter plate slides which he took prolifically with his ordinary camera are, in many cases, colour. These were painted by his own hand to great effect
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TRURI : 1990.2.12.71
Media ID 12082552
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This print captures the breathtaking view from above Place House, overlooking the estuary in Fowey, Cornwall. Taken around 1925 by Major Arthur William Gill, a renowned Cornishman and amateur photographer, this image was part of his lecture titled "Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots". Major Gill's passion for capturing stills and cine films led him to present his work to various esteemed groups such as The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society, and the London Cornish Society during the 1920s and 1930s. His quarter plate slides were particularly remarkable as they were hand-painted by Major Gill himself with vibrant colors that added an extra layer of beauty. The scene depicted in this photograph is truly mesmerizing. From this elevated perspective, one can appreciate the serene majesty of Fowey's estuary winding its way through picturesque landscapes. The tranquil waters reflect the surrounding hillsides adorned with lush greenery and charming cottages nestled along their slopes. Major Gill's artistic eye not only captured a moment frozen in time but also infused it with his own creative touch. This unique combination of photography and painting techniques results in a print that transports viewers back to a bygone era where natural beauty reigned supreme. Preserved within the archives of the Royal Cornwall Museum, this print serves as a testament to Major Arthur William Gill's talent as both an accomplished photographer and artist. It allows us to glimpse into Cornwall's rich history while immers
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